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EG05 CJV

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

116,850 mi
Last recorded116,850 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2015
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEG05 CJV
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,749cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2015 116,850 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both rear tyres perished and cracking

Fail 29 Jun 2015 116,825 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both rear tyres perished and cracking

Pass 21 Jun 2014 103,433 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2014 103,433 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Jul 2013 93,473 miles

slight oil leak

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 12 Jul 2013 93,473 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

slight oil leak

Pass 12 Jul 2012 84,854 miles

Oil leak

Pass 18 Jul 2011 74,555 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 63,818 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 52,315 miles

slight oil leak to engine

Pass 15 Aug 2008 42,488 miles

Rear number plate starting to deteriorate

How Reliable is the Citroen Xsara?

Based on 5,047,330 MOT tests across 355,498 vehicles.

69.1%
Pass Rate
7,021
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
355,498
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 242,573
Registration plate lamp not working 140,363
Stop lamp not working 132,977
position lamp(s) not working 129,143
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 102,720
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EG05 CJV is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2005 Citroen Xsara models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 71,718 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Citroen Xsara fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 242,573 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EG05 CJV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen Xsara typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 21 years old, this Citroen Xsara is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was EG05 CJV registered?

EG05 CJV is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 20 August 2005.

Is EG05 CJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EG05 CJV shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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